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Wintersville marks National Day of Prayer

WINTERSVILLE — Having an opportunity to bring area residents together for a moment of reflection is important. That's why Wintersville Mayor Mike Petrella has organized a National Day of Prayer event at the village's Municipal Building since he took office. "It's a day that means a lot," ...

Holt tells Rotary prevention efforts are saving lives

STEUBENVILLE — When your job involves building and marinating a safety net for behavior health services, members of the community might not always notice the work you are doing. It's something Bill Holt understands. "If we are doing our job well, you don't know that we exist," Holt told ...

Capito sees progress of redevelopment efforts in Wellsburg

WELLSBURG — Almost two years ago, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito secured $750,000 in federal funds to assist with the renovation of a three-story building located on Wellsburg’s Town Square. Thursday afternoon, she was in town to check the progress of the investment. Capito, R-W.Va., ...

United Way of Jefferson County launches ‘United to Serve’ tour

STEUBENVILLE — The United Way of Jefferson County is bringing its mission directly into the community through an initiative called "United to Serve," a month-long restaurant partnership tour focused on raising awareness, support and hope for local families across Jefferson County. ...

Madonna, Oak Glen receive Jennings Randolph Award

WEIRTON — Two area high schools have been recognized for their efforts to encourage members of their senior class to perform their civic duty and vote. West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner was in Hancock County Thursday, visiting Weirton Madonna and Oak Glen high schools to present ...

Tenaska plans expand to include power plant

STEUBENVILLE — Tenaska, the Omaha-based energy company planning a carbon capture and storage hub, has expanded its plans to include a natural gas-fueled power plant in Jefferson County. Construction is expected to begin in 2028 for the plant, which will be located in Saline Township. Company officials envision will generate up to 1,700 megawatts, it was learned during Thursday's meeting of the Jefferson County commissioners. As part of the announcement, Tenaska is rebranding the project as the Tri-State Energy Hub.